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MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in online learning technology are empowering people in nations all aver the world to be participants in online courses. Massively open online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few topics that elearning technology institutions are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOC classes is passable? How can learners make sure that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Bulgaria to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we deal with poor student motivation and high student attrition?

As digital educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better comprehend these promising new open education experiments. Universities want to comprehend how these MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this expanding need for information the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational topics. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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